Two grassroots projects changing women's lives

VODA (Volunteers for Development Assistance) is a transformational program, run by volunteers and students who help friends and peers in rural Uganda. Previously many young girls were dying from unsafe abortions, but now communities are rallying to provide support, information and access to contraception.

The LMB (Lady Mermaid's Bureau) provides much needed legal aid and healthcare to sexworkers in Uganda. Exposed to rape and sexual violence, these sexworkers are gaining their confidence through hard-to-access post-abortion care and the LMB support network - an invaluable help in itself for those without family.